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Welcome to new subscribers from April. This is a monthly post Sam writes to update on the substack; link to favourite pieces; and review a recommended book. This month Dad has continued to focus on the Russo-Ukraine war. Last week he looked at the risks of Russia lashing out as…

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There were lots of interesting responses my last post; both in the comments and sent to me privately. I’m going to run through some of the really key…

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